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Program Overview
The Office Assistant program at Madison College will teach you the latest technology and software and the customer service skills needed for work as an office employee. Our instructors are here to help you every step of the way.
This program may be used to help you prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) computer certifications.
Program Details
Students in the Office Assistant Diploma program can attend full or part-time.
The Office Assistant classes are offered at our Madison Truax campus.
Careers
Office Assistant embedded technical diploma graduates are ready for a range of professional positions, including:
- Administrative Services Coordinator
- Customer Service Associate
- Office Assistant
- Program Assistant
- Receptionist-Data Entry
- Secretarial Assistant
- Word Processor
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2026-2027 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes, or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Summer 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2027
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Office Assistant career.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Office Assistant program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:
- Manage an office effectively and efficiently.
- Communicate clearly and professionally.
- Recognize professional values and exhibit professional behaviors in the work environment.
- Use appropriate technology and technical skills to manage information and solve problems.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills and attitudes for working in an office environment.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2023 2024 2025 Number of Program Graduates 11 7 2 Number of Surveys Sent 11 7 2 Number of Surveys Returned 11 5 1 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 9 3 1 Percent Available for Employment 81.8% 60.0% 100.0% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 18.2% 40.0% 0.0% Available for Employment
2023 2024 2025 Graduates Employed 8 3 1 Percent of Graduates Employed 88.9% 100.0% 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 6 2 1 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 75.0% 66.7% 100.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 2 1 0 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 25.0% 33.3% 0.0% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 1 0 0 Percent Seeking Employment 11.1% 0.0% 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.7 3 4 Number of Satisfaction Responses 10 3 1 Very Satisfied (4) 7 0 1 Percent Very Satisfied 70.0% 0.0% 100.0% Satisfied (3) 3 3 0 Percent Satisfied 30.0% 100.0% 0.0% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Number of Primary Reason Responses 11 5 1 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2023 2024 2025 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 8 3 1 Before Enrollment 2 2 1 Percent Before Enrollment 25.0% 66.7% 100.0% While Attending the College 3 1 0 Percent While Attending the College 37.5% 33.3% 0.0% After Training at the College 3 0 0 Percent After Training at the College 37.5% 0.0% 0.0% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2023 2024 2025 Number of Employment Location Responses 8 3 1 In College District 7 2 1 Percent In College District 87.5% 66.7% 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 1 0 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 12.5% 0.0% 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 1 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% 33.3% 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Salary Trend 2023 2024 2025 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 3 1 1 Average Monthly Wage $3,555 $9,345 $5,160 Average Hourly Wage $20.67 $54.33 $30.00 Average Work Hours per Week 39.0 40.0 40.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 1 Average Hourly Wage $20.00 $15.00 Average Work Hours per Week 30.0 10.0 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2025 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Promega Corporation Training & Packaging Coordinator Fitchburg * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu
